PCOS Friendly Lasagna Cups - Zucchini Lasagna Cups with Ricotta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Friendly Lasagna Cups - Zucchini Lasagna Cups with Ricotta is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 22g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

22g Carbs

20g Fat

This recipe includes zucchini, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and spices. Zucchini has a low GI, making it a great ingredient for PCOS. The grocery list includes: 2 large zucchinis, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, garlic, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.

Ingredients

2 large zucchinis (500g)
1 cup ricotta cheese (250g)
1 cup marinara sauce (240g)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (100g)
2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice zucchinis into thin strips.
In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
Place a layer of zucchini strips in a muffin tin.
Spread a layer of ricotta mixture, then marinara sauce.
Repeat layers until tin is full.
Top with mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is golden brown.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. Zucchini is a low GI food that helps regulate blood sugar levels. Ricotta and mozzarella cheese provide a good source of calcium and protein. The recipe is quick and easy to prepare, providing a sense of control and empowerment over your diet. Regularly updating your meal plan with such recipes can bring relief and optimism in managing PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Lasagna Cups - Zucchini Lasagna Cups with Ricotta good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Lasagna Cups - Zucchini Lasagna Cups with Ricotta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Lasagna Cups - Zucchini Lasagna Cups with Ricotta?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 22g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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